Guava and Cream Cheese Pastelitos (Printer-friendly)

Flaky puff pastry filled with sweet guava paste and cream cheese, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 package puff pastry sheets, thawed (14 oz)

→ Filling

02 - 5.3 oz guava paste, cut into thin slices
03 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Topping

04 - 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 8 equal rectangles, yielding 16 total pieces.
03 - Place 8 pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - On each rectangle, place a thin slice of guava paste and approximately 1 tablespoon of softened cream cheese, leaving a border around the edges.
05 - Brush the edges with water. Top each with a remaining pastry rectangle and press the edges firmly to seal.
06 - Use a fork to crimp the edges. Gently score the tops with a knife to allow steam to escape during baking.
07 - Brush the pastry tops with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sugar if desired.
08 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Flaky, golden pastry layers that shatter with every bite.
  • The perfect balance of sweet guava and tangy cream cheese.
  • Quick and easy preparation using store-bought puff pastry.
  • Authentic Cuban flavors that bring a taste of the Caribbean to your kitchen.
02 -
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier portioning.
  • Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to fill to maintain its flakiness.
  • Check the ingredients of your puff pastry to identify potential allergens like gluten and dairy.
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